What would be the "perfect" kayak rod? Does it need to float or have some kind of tether attachment point? Talking specifically about rod layout (grips, reel seat, weight, length, etc.) and taking power, action, line and lure weight out of the equation. My thought is that a rod can be built to fit different styles of fishing and actions but what features would make a rod a specific "kayak" rod? So, is there a perfect length or specific equation? I suppose it comes down to the environment you fish in, but speaking of your bread and butter rod for your local waters, what would be your perfect "kayak" rod?.
For me a lighter weight rod but with good backbone to coax the hawgs up to the surface, in the 7' - 7'6" range. It would have a moderate length rear grip, min. 8" up to 12" and probably split grip to keep the weight down and it would need a decent length fore grip, 5"-8". One of my favorite rods is a Powell "Diesel" Rod, 10-17# line wt., med.-hvy., fast action. It can handle some heavy fish and does it well but it lacks a fore grip and there have been times that I wished it had one. A graphite reel seat, strong but light and sturdy guides that can handle a little banging around. Also, a rod leash attachment point on the butt end of the rear grip. I currently attach my rod tether up near the reel and its a pain in the ass, always seems to be in the way. There it is:
7'-7'6" length,
8"-12" rear grip,
strong, yet light graphite reel seat,
5"-8" fore grip,
durable line guides, and
an attachment point on the butt end for a rod tether.
What would be your "perfect" kayak rod?
Cheers, Tebbs!
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